Plastic model kit, assembly required. Glue, paint and finishing supplies not included.
What’s inside the box: - Plastic sprues (grey and clear parts) - Decals for two marking options - Painting masks for canopy and wheels - Instruction manual - 3D-printable detail file Marking options: - Nakajima Ki-43-II, 64th Sentai, 3rd Chutai, Lt. Yohei Hinoki, Burma, 1943–44 - Nakajima Ki-43-II, 25th Sentai, 2nd Chutai, Sgt. Maj. Iwataro Hazawa, China, 1944 Nakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa 70087 The Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa (“Peregrine Falcon”), known to the Allies as “Oscar,” was the primary fighter of the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force for most of World War II. Comparable in role to the Spitfire or Messerschmitt Bf 109, it remained in continuous development and production throughout the conflict. Although often overshadowed by the famous Mitsubishi A6M “Zero,” the Hayabusa played a crucial role over mainland Asia and the Pacific – in China, Burma, Malaya, the Philippines and New Guinea. In the early stages of the war, its exceptional manoeuvrability and climb rate made it a formidable opponent, capable of outclassing many Allied fighters. Designed in the late 1930s by Nakajima and based on experience with the Ki-27, the aircraft followed a lightweight philosophy focused on agility and performance, achieved at the expense of armour protection and heavy armament. This reflected Japanese air combat doctrine, which emphasised manoeuvrability and pilot skill. As the war progressed, the Ki-43 became increasingly outdated and was gradually replaced by more advanced types such as the Ki-84 Hayate. Nevertheless, it remained in service until the end of the war, including use in special attack units.
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Plastic model kit, assembly required. Glue, paint and finishing supplies not included.
What’s inside the box: - Plastic sprues (grey and clear parts) - Decals for two marking options - Painting masks for canopy and wheels - Instruction manual - 3D-printable detail file Marking options: - Nakajima Ki-43-II, 64th Sentai, 3rd Chutai, Lt. Yohei Hinoki, Burma, 1943–44 - Nakajima Ki-43-II, 25th Sentai, 2nd Chutai, Sgt. Maj. Iwataro Hazawa, China, 1944 Nakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa 70087 The Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa (“Peregrine Falcon”), known to the Allies as “Oscar,” was the primary fighter of the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force for most of World War II. Comparable in role to the Spitfire or Messerschmitt Bf 109, it remained in continuous development and production throughout the conflict. Although often overshadowed by the famous Mitsubishi A6M “Zero,” the Hayabusa played a crucial role over mainland Asia and the Pacific – in China, Burma, Malaya, the Philippines and New Guinea. In the early stages of the war, its exceptional manoeuvrability and climb rate made it a formidable opponent, capable of outclassing many Allied fighters. Designed in the late 1930s by Nakajima and based on experience with the Ki-27, the aircraft followed a lightweight philosophy focused on agility and performance, achieved at the expense of armour protection and heavy armament. This reflected Japanese air combat doctrine, which emphasised manoeuvrability and pilot skill. As the war progressed, the Ki-43 became increasingly outdated and was gradually replaced by more advanced types such as the Ki-84 Hayate. Nevertheless, it remained in service until the end of the war, including use in special attack units.
Includes link for downloadable 3D print file.
Be sure to check out our aircraft accessories, metal barrels, and seat belts!We are not responsible for any taxes, duty, VAT, customs or other fees on the receiver’s end.
Check out our other items and save on shipping!
Place the items you wish to purchase in your cart, combines shipping will be automatically calculated at checkout.
Please complete all your shopping before checking out, we cannot combine shipping on separate orders.
Sorry, no shipping refunds can be given for combining separate orders.